Friday Aura vs Aura Pro 2026
Last updated: June 2026
Quad-foam dwell vs stiff Gen 4 power — same PRH $10 off
Aura ($129 → $119 with PRH) is dwell-forward quad-foam for resets and all-court touch. Aura Pro ($169 → $159 with PRH) is stiffer dual-density foam for drives and counters. Pro widebody is the fastest Pro shape; Aura widebody is the most forgiving Aura shape.
How we tested
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Core difference
Aura uses full quad-foam for softer connection and easier resets. Aura Pro uses dual-density EPP+EVA with a stiffer, more polymer-like rebound. Both use T700 raw carbon faces with peel-ply grit — not long-life PermaGrit.
Pick Aura if
- You want $119 with PRH and prioritize touch and kitchen consistency.
- You are newer to foam or coming from control honeycomb.
Pick Aura Pro if
- You drive and counter more than you reset.
- You want 60+ MPH serve class and firmer pop at $159 with PRH.
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